Survival Jobs + Shame
About this Session
Are you tired of juggling the practical with the passionate?
We’ve waited tables after late-night gigs. Worked retail shifts in silence while reviews came out. Answered phones, walked dogs, mopped floors — all while quietly wondering: Does doing this mean we're failing as artists?
Let's unlearn that shame together. You’re not alone — and you're still an artist.
💙 Let's talk about it 💙
About this Space
I'm tired. How about you?
Life as an artist is rarely as glamorous as it appears. Beneath the surface of touring, performing, and creating lies the relentless reality of survival jobs, emotional burnout, and the constant struggle to stay inspired.
Exhausted is a Space created for musicians, actors, writers, visual artists — anyone facing these quiet battles and needing a safe space to speak freely.
Here, you’ll be heard by people who genuinely get it — not met with deaf ears or dismissive responses like, "At least you’re alive!" 🙃
This Space is more than just a vent-fest. It’s a place for shared truth, mutual encouragement, and rekindling the creative spark together.
Still wondering if this group is right for you?
If these questions resonate, the answer is probably yes:
- What do you sacrifice to keep making art?
- Have you ever felt ashamed of needing a day job?
- What made you consider “quitting art” before?
Meet the Keeper
Vanessa
Vanessa is a Los Angeles-based musician, writer, and recovering hot mess. She's confronted many challenges, from battling undiagnosed depression, to grappling with identity struggles, and fully acknowledges the difficulty of handling complex emotions alone. Through her journey of self-improvement, she's learned how to take action in her life, turning negative …
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